Chiffa Gorges (Ruisseau des Singes)
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A deep gorge south of Blida, famous for its troops of Barbary macaques by the stream. It is a popular short getaway for city residents on weekends.
The Chiffa Gorges lie about 15 km south of Blida, where the Chiffa River has carved a deep canyon through the Atlas Mountains. Steep cliffs and dense vegetation make it a celebrated scenic spot since the colonial era. In the middle of the gorge, the area around the Ruisseau des Singes (Monkey Stream) is home to wild Barbary macaques, which visitors can observe up close. Old hotels and small restaurants are nearby. It is about 70 km from Algiers and is usually reached by car or hired vehicle. It can be combined with Chrea National Park on the same day. Do not feed the monkeys, keep an eye on your belongings, and drive carefully, since the gorge road has many bends and heavy traffic.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Chréa National Park
- Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania
- Sidi Fredj
- Tipasa
- Bardo National Museum (Algiers)
- National Museum of Antiquities and Islamic Art
- Sacred Heart Cathedral of Algiers
- Maqam Echahid & Riadh El Feth